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Tuesday Scott, a freshman in biomedical sciences, paddles on the Apalachee River in the lower Mobile-Tensaw River Delta during the August Outdoor Adventures full-moon paddle.

A Full-Moon Adventure in Mobile's Delta
August 26, 2016

Take a trip accented by the sounds of cicadas and splashing mullet and the sights of alligator eyes and a glimmering skyline. ...

The University of South Alabama, in partnership with the city of Mobile, is landscaping the medians adjacent to campus, extending the University’s visual entrance from the portals along University Boulevard and Old Shell Road.

Extending South's Visual Entrance
August 19, 2016

In collaboration with the city of Mobile, the University makes aesthetic improvements to its bordering roadways. ...

Members of the athletic department staff will be on hand at this trailer to take donations for flood victims from 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, as well as from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, and noon-6 p.m. on Sunday.

South Collecting Items for Flood Victims
August 16, 2016

The Department of Athletics will receive donated goods and supplies through the weekend at the trailer in front of Stanky Field. ...

Expanded Focus for Real Estate Center
August 16, 2016

Headed by Dr. Reid Cummings, 91短视频's Center for Real Estate and Economic Development seeks active role in Gulf Coast growth. ...

Meghan Zuhowski, Blake Waters and Jeremiah Sims starred last season in the musical, 'Schoolhouse Rock Live!,' at the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center.

New Year, New Season for Theatre 91短视频
August 9, 2016

Four performances 鈥� a musical, a thriller, a fable and a comedy 鈥� will take place at South's Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. ...

South Launches New Events System
August 1, 2016

An upgraded calendar and management system will enable comprehensive listings and online event bookings. ...

Dr. Richard Carter has more than 17 years of experience as an administrator in higher education, with particular expertise in degree completion programs, international education and recruiting, military and veteran outreach, and the delivery of online programs for non-traditional learners.

Dean Selected for Continuing Education
July 28, 2016

Dr. Richard Carter will begin Sept. 1 as dean of the School of Continuing Education and Special Programs. ...

Jessica Adams started her career as a deputy sheriff for the Pinellas County Jail in Clearwater, Fla., before entering nursing.

Have HIV-Testing Kits, Will Travel
July 22, 2016

Jessica Adams, a doctoral nursing student, will volunteer with a medical team at a September music festival in Uganda. ...

Kinsley Knapp, a nursing student, received two scholarships to attend what’s considered one of America’s premier conferences for college women, the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders.

Empowering Women, Developing Leaders
July 18, 2016

Kinsley Knapp, a nursing major, gets a D.C. lesson on public policy, social change and maintaining a competitive edge. ...

Emily Martin, left, and Tu Anh, work on encryption assignments during GenCyber Camp held at 91短视频's School of Computing. They and other rising 9th Graders at Davidson High School participated in the week-long program.

Connecting Math, Science and a Paycheck
July 15, 2016

High school students learn about cyber security and career opportunities during a week-long program at South. ...

Dr. Phil Carr, Chief Calvin McGhee Endowed Professor of Native American Studies, gives a hands-on archaeology lesson to Kolby Rayborn and Kylee Langham during Art and Archaeology Day.

'No Dinosaurs, No Whips, and No Crystal Skulls'
July 13, 2016

Children from the Poarch Band of Creek Indians arrive on campus and get a non-Hollywood lesson in archaeology. ...

The College of Education and Educational Talent Search at the University of South Alabama recently partnered to introduce the arts into a math and science summer program for middle and high school students. Danielle Johnson, Mary G. Montgomery High School, left, and Yekina Adams, Pillans Middle School, view the Gees Bend quilt exhibit at the Alabama Contemporary Arts Center.

Critical to STEM Success — the Arts
July 11, 2016

Summer program supports blending arts into science, technology, engineering and math for a well-rounded K-12 education. ...

Doy Leale McCall Rare Book and Manuscript Library opens at Marx Library

91短视频 Archives Completes Move to Main Campus
July 1, 2016

The Doy Leale McCall Rare Book and Manuscript Library opens with 10,000 square feet on the third floor of Marx Library. ...

The Literacy Center at the University of South Alabama College of Education opens with two camps this summer. Joan Holland, center director, top left, and Dr. Andrea Kent, dean of the College of Education, top right, observe Hillary McNeal, elementary and special education major at South, help Calista Swope from Collier Elementary School with a reading assignment.

Beating the Summer Reading Slump
June 27, 2016

The College of Education opens a literacy center with two camps and tutoring to build critical learning skills. ...

Maire Nakada, a nursing student and 2015 winner of the Distinguished Young Women competition, has made herself an abassador for her university, in addition to her representing the national scholarship program.

One Year Later, Taking a Leadership Role
June 23, 2016

Maire Nakada, a South nursing student and 2015 Distinguished Young Woman, promotes 'being your best self.' ...

Dr. Robert Holm, professor of music at the University of South Alabama, has been teaching Natalie Newton piano lessons since she was 12.

Piano Camp Keeps the Music Alive
June 21, 2016

One of the participants was Natalie Newton, a repeat camper who began playing at age 7 on a Radio Shack keyboard. ...

Kelab Williamson, University of South Alabama Noyce Scholar; Dr. Andre Green, interim associate dean, chair and professor in the department of leadership and teacher education in the 91短视频 College of Education; and Tami May, graduate of South’s Noyce Scholars program celebrate the success of the first annual Robert Noyce Regional Conference.

Inspiring Educators to Create Bright Futures
June 17, 2016

The Southeast Regional Robert Noyce Connections Conference highlighted South's commitment to K-12 education. ...

"Team Zambia" Produces Life Lessons for Students
June 6, 2016

91短视频 engineering students designed an irrigation system using existing technology to help villagers grow sustainable crops. ...

Agnes Tennenbaum, seated, the last known Holocaust survivor in Mobile, visited the 91短视频 Marx Library in 2014 for a donation to the Agnes Tennenbaum Holocaust Library Collection. Joining her, from left, Rickie Voit, co-chair, Mobile Jewish Film Festival; Tennenbaum’s son, Henry Schwarzberg and his wife, Diane; Dr. Richard Wood, dean, 91短视频 Libraries; and Jerry Darring, curator, Alabama Gulf Coast Holocaust Library. Tennenbaum died on Memorial Day.

A New Installment for Holocaust Collection
June 2, 2016

The selection of titles is named for Holocaust survivor and Mobile resident Agnes Tennenbaum, who died on Memorial Day. ...

60 Percent of South Employees Pledge Gifts
June 1, 2016

The University of South Alabama raised more than $628,000 during its 2016 Employee and Retiree Annual Fund as part of the Upward & Onward comprehensive fundraising campaign. ...

The Battle over Peleliu partial book cover

War and Memory Podcast Debuts
May 27, 2016

South's Frye Gaillard interviews the author of "The Battle over Peleliu"; Chair of English Dr. Steve Trout edits book series. ...

Johnny Depp plays the Mad Hatter in Hollywood's latest producation of the 'Alice in Wonderland' trilogy.

The 'Wonderfully Weird' Tales of 'Alice'
May 26, 2016

The latest movie may be visually impressive, says a 91短视频 expert, but expect significant deviation from Lewis Carroll's trilogy. ...

During the 2016 Student Organizations Leadership Awards luncheon, students were recognized for their outstanding service. Congratulating the award recipients are Ravi Rejendra, immediate past president of the Student Government Association, front row far left, and Ashley Ford, far right, SGA student-at-large member.

Student Organizations Honored for Service, Leadership
May 25, 2016

The University of South Alabama held its Student Organizations Awards luncheon to showcase and honor organizations and individuals for exemplifying outstanding service to the campus and community. ...

Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Dr. Michael Mitchell, center, congratulates Dean’s Cup winners Sigma Chi Fraternity and Chi Omega Fraternity for women. Joining Mitchell are Drew Tranchina of Sigma Chi and Caitlin Jackson of Chi Omega.

South Honors Greek Community for Outstanding Achievement
May 16, 2016

Fraternities and sororities at the University of South Alabama were honored for outstanding service, leadership and academic achievement at the 2016 Greek Awards Banquet. ...

Matt Spivey's decision to put roots in Trinity Gardens gives him credibility he would not otherwise have. “Mr. Spivey is part of the community,” said Chastang Middle School Principal Sonya Floyd.

Matt Spivey: Teacher, Coach and Neighbor
May 16, 2016

South alumnus and 'foster child' of Mobile's Trinity Gardens neighborhood finds focus at Chastang Middle School. ...

Community News Archive

A Full-Moon Adventure in Mobile's Delta August 26, 2016

Extending South's Visual Entrance August 19, 2016

South Collecting Items for Flood Victims August 16, 2016

Expanded Focus for Real Estate Center August 16, 2016

New Year, New Season for Theatre 91短视频 August 9, 2016

South Launches New Events System August 1, 2016

Dean Selected for Continuing Education July 28, 2016

Have HIV-Testing Kits, Will Travel July 22, 2016

Empowering Women, Developing Leaders July 18, 2016

Connecting Math, Science and a Paycheck July 15, 2016

'No Dinosaurs, No Whips, and No Crystal Skulls' July 13, 2016

Critical to STEM Success — the Arts July 11, 2016

91短视频 Archives Completes Move to Main Campus July 1, 2016

Beating the Summer Reading Slump June 27, 2016

One Year Later, Taking a Leadership Role June 23, 2016

Piano Camp Keeps the Music Alive June 21, 2016

Inspiring Educators to Create Bright Futures June 17, 2016

"Team Zambia" Produces Life Lessons for Students June 6, 2016

A New Installment for Holocaust Collection June 2, 2016

60 Percent of South Employees Pledge Gifts June 1, 2016

War and Memory Podcast Debuts May 27, 2016

The 'Wonderfully Weird' Tales of 'Alice' May 26, 2016

Student Organizations Honored for Service, Leadership May 25, 2016

South Honors Greek Community for Outstanding Achievement May 16, 2016

Matt Spivey: Teacher, Coach and Neighbor May 16, 2016